1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 30 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
